What's inside
What's inside
Key Ingredients
Benefits
Concerns
Ingredients Side-by-side
Water
Skin ConditioningSodium Lauroyl Methylaminopropionate
CleansingLauramidopropyl Betaine
CleansingCocamidopropyl Betaine
Cleansing
Cocamide Methyl Mea
Surfactant
Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate
Cleansing
Soluble Collagen
Humectant
Ceramide Ng
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide NP
Skin Conditioning
Ceramide AP
Skin Conditioning
Hydrolyzed Milk Protein
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Keratin
Humectant
Oenothera Biennis Oil
Emollient
Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid
Humectant
Panthenol
Skin Conditioning
Keratin
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Silk
Humectant
Hydrolyzed Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-Yuen Seed
HumectantGamma-Docosalactone
Skin ConditioningHydrolyzed Conchiolin Protein
Skin ConditioningHumulus Lupulus Extract
AntimicrobialLavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract
Cleansing
Jojoba Oil Glycereth-8 Esters
Emollient
Arginine
Masking
Acacia Senegal Gum
MaskingDistearyldimonium Chloride
Quaternium-33
Lauramidopropyl Hydroxysultaine
CleansingPolyquaternium-10
Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate
Cleansing
Cocamide Mea
Emulsifying
Tea-Cocoyl Glutamate
Cleansing
Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate
Cleansing
Myristyl Betaine
CleansingCitric Acid
Buffering
Disodium EDTA
Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate
UV Filter
Sodium Chloride
MaskingPotassium Hydroxide
BufferingEthylhexyl Methoxycinnamate
UV Absorber
Sodium Benzoate
Masking
Isopropyl Alcohol
Solvent
Diethyl Sebacate
EmollientCholesterol
Emollient
Phenoxyethanol
Preservative
Propylene Glycol
Humectant
Parfum
Masking
Butylene Glycol
Humectant
PPG-7
Skin ConditioningWater, Sodium Lauroyl Methylaminopropionate, Lauramidopropyl Betaine, Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Cocamide Methyl Mea, Sodium Methyl Cocoyl Taurate, Soluble Collagen, Ceramide Ng, Ceramide NP, Ceramide AP, Hydrolyzed Milk Protein, Hydrolyzed Keratin, Oenothera Biennis Oil, Hydrolyzed Hyaluronic Acid, Panthenol, Keratin, Hydrolyzed Silk, Hydrolyzed Coix Lacryma-Jobi Ma-Yuen Seed, Gamma-Docosalactone, Hydrolyzed Conchiolin Protein, Humulus Lupulus Extract, Lavandula Angustifolia Flower Extract, Jojoba Oil Glycereth-8 Esters, Arginine, Acacia Senegal Gum, Distearyldimonium Chloride, Quaternium-33, Lauramidopropyl Hydroxysultaine, Polyquaternium-10, Sodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Cocamide Mea, Tea-Cocoyl Glutamate, Disodium Cocoyl Glutamate, Myristyl Betaine, Citric Acid, Disodium EDTA, Diethylamino Hydroxybenzoyl Hexyl Benzoate, Sodium Chloride, Potassium Hydroxide, Ethylhexyl Methoxycinnamate, Sodium Benzoate, Isopropyl Alcohol, Diethyl Sebacate, Cholesterol, Phenoxyethanol, Propylene Glycol, Parfum, Butylene Glycol, PPG-7
Ingredients Explained
These ingredients are found in both products.
Ingredients higher up in an ingredient list are typically present in a larger amount.
Citric Acid is an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA) naturally found in citrus fruits like oranges, lemons, and limes.
Like other AHAs, citric acid can exfoliate skin by breaking down the bonds that hold dead skin cells together. This helps reveal smoother and brighter skin underneath.
However, this exfoliating effect only happens at high concentrations (20%) which can be hard to find in cosmetic products.
Due to this, citric acid is usually included in small amounts as a pH adjuster. This helps keep products slightly more acidic and compatible with skin's natural pH.
In skincare formulas, citric acid can:
While it can provide some skin benefits, research shows lactic acid and glycolic acid are generally more effective and less irritating exfoliants.
Most citric acid used in skincare today is made by fermenting sugars (usually from molasses). This synthetic version is identical to the natural citrus form but easier to stabilize and use in formulations.
Read more about some other popular AHA's here:
Learn more about Citric AcidIsopropyl Alcohol is more commonly known as rubbing alcohol. It is most commonly used as a solvent, meaning it helps other ingredients dissolve.
This ingredient is an astringent alcohol. Astringent alcohols may also irritate skin as they high amounts may strip away your skin's natural oils.
Other types of astringent alcohols include:
According to the National Rosacea Society based in the US, you should be mindful of products with these alcohols in the top half of ingredients.
Any type of sanitizing product will have high amounts of alcohol to help kill bacteria and viruses.
Learn more about Isopropyl AlcoholParfum is a catch-all term for an ingredient or more that is used to give a scent to products.
Also called "fragrance", this ingredient can be a blend of hundreds of chemicals or plant oils. This means every product with "fragrance" or "parfum" in the ingredients list is a different mixture.
For instance, Habanolide is a proprietary trade name for a specific aroma chemical. When used as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics, most aroma chemicals fall under the broad labeling category of “FRAGRANCE” or “PARFUM” according to EU and US regulations.
The term 'parfum' or 'fragrance' is not regulated in many countries. In many cases, it is up to the brand to define this term.
For instance, many brands choose to label themselves as "fragrance-free" because they are not using synthetic fragrances. However, their products may still contain ingredients such as essential oils that are considered a fragrance by INCI standards.
One example is Calendula flower extract. Calendula is an essential oil that still imparts a scent or 'fragrance'.
Depending on the blend, the ingredients in the mixture can cause allergies and sensitivities on the skin. Some ingredients that are known EU allergens include linalool and citronellol.
Parfum can also be used to mask or cover an unpleasant scent.
The bottom line is: not all fragrances/parfum/ingredients are created equally. If you are worried about fragrances, we recommend taking a closer look at an ingredient. And of course, we always recommend speaking with a professional.
Learn more about ParfumSodium Benzoate is a preservative. It's used in both cosmetic and food products to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria. It is typically produced synthetically.
Both the US FDA and EU Health Committee have approved the use of sodium benzoate. In the US, levels of 0.1% (of the total product) are allowed.
Sodium benzoate works as a preservative by inhibiting the growth of bacteria inside of cells. It prevents the cell from fermenting a type of sugar using an enzyme called phosphofructokinase.
It is the salt of benzoic acid. Foods containing sodium benzoate include soda, salad dressings, condiments, fruit juices, wines, and snack foods.
Studies for using ascorbic acid and sodium benzoate in cosmetics are lacking, especially in skincare routines with multiple steps.
We always recommend speaking with a professional, such as a dermatologist, if you have any concerns.
Learn more about Sodium BenzoateWater. It's the most common cosmetic ingredient of all. You'll usually see it at the top of ingredient lists, meaning that it makes up the largest part of the product.
So why is it so popular? Water most often acts as a solvent - this means that it helps dissolve other ingredients into the formulation.
You'll also recognize water as that liquid we all need to stay alive. If you see this, drink a glass of water. Remember to stay hydrated!
Learn more about Water
